Pádraic GrantinPop OffSanford Clark: an appreciation for a rockabilly heroSanford Clark didn’t have many chart hits in the 50s/60s, but his often eerie take on rockabilly/country gained acclaim in recent years.5 min read·Jul 8, 2021--1--1
Pádraic GrantLearning what inspired your heroes, and how that can inspire you tooKnowing who our creative icons revered can be galvanising — but it can also teach important lessons about how to find our own voice7 min read·Jan 22, 2021--1--1
Pádraic GrantinPop OffArt Bell and the eerie joy of late night radioThe radio host epitomised all that is great about post-midnight broadcasting. Read for a Halloween-friendly selection of his greatest hits.6 min read·Oct 30, 2019----
Pádraic GrantinDialogue & DiscourseVirtue over freedom: The conservatives abandoning markets for community, nation and GodThe rising stars of American conservatism proclaim nationalism as their highest ideal. Breaking with classical liberal principles, they…28 min read·Oct 25, 2019--4--4
Pádraic GrantHow new music scenes are created from the ruins of the pastThe story of popular music in the 21st century has been that of technological impact. As the internet snaked its way into homes across the…9 min read·Sep 4, 2019----
Pádraic GrantThe Alliance Party: The peak and the troughs aheadLast month’s elections to the European Parliament seemed to carry more significance than usual across the UK and Ireland. In Britain…14 min read·Jun 15, 2019----